El Mariachi Ti

The El Mariachi is our get-it-done-well-everyday mountain bike. It is proof that a mountain bike can kick ass repeatedly.

We first introduced our steel El Mariachi in 2007, and riders have given it rave reviews ever since. The El Mariachi Ti joined the dance party in 2011 and has gained similar accolades.

In fact, in July 2011, Salsa sponsored rider Kurt Refsnider rode his El Mariachi Ti to victory in the Tour Divide race from Banff, Alberta, Canada to Antelope Wells, New Mexico.

Titanium tubing provides the El Mariachi Ti with the finest ride quality: a delectable mix of low weight, stiffness, and vibration damping.

Whether you’re putting on the really big boy (or girl) pants and taking on the Tour Divide or a NUE-series 100-miler, or just joining your local crew for an all-day trail riding beatdown, the El Mariachi Ti will keep you coming back for another delicious serving of dirt.

El Mariachi Ti. If you wanna dance, you gotta pay the band.

Frameset
FrameEl Mariachi, 3/2.5 Seamless Titanium
ColorIndustrial Mill Finish w/ Etched Graphics
WeightS = 24.4 lbs (11050 grams), L = 24.9 lbs (11310 grams)
Drivetrain
CranksetSRAM X9 GXP, Black, XS, SM=170mm, MD, LG, XL = 175mm
ChainringSRAM 26/39T
Bottom BracketSRAM
ChainSRAM PC-1051 10-Speed w/ PowerLock
CassetteSRAM PG-1050, 12-36T
Front DerailleurSRAM X9, 2 x 10, High Clamp, Dual Pull
Rear DerailleurSRAM X0, 10-Speed, Mid Cage
Components
ForkRockShox Reba RLT 29er, 80mm, Tapered, PopLoc Lever, QR
HeadsetCane Creek 40-Series, ZS, Black
HandlebarSalsa Pro Moto 1 Carbon, 11-Degree Flat, 31.8mm
StemSalsa Pro Moto Ti, 31.8mm, Black
Stem SizesSM = 90mm, MD = 100mm, LG = 110mm, XL = 120mm
GripsSalsa Pepperjacks
Front BrakeSRAM Elixir 7, 180mm, 6-Bolt
Rear BrakeSRAM Elixir 7, 160mm, 6-Bolt
Brake LeversSRAM Elixir 7
TiresContinental Race King 29 x 2.2", Folding
Front ShifterSRAM X-9 Trigger, 2 x 10
Rear ShifterSRAM X-9 Trigger, 10-Speed
SeatpostSalsa Pro Moto 1 Carbon, 27.2 x 350mm
SeatclampSalsa Lip-Lock, Pewter
SaddleWTB Silverado
Wheels
Front HubFormula, Sealed Bearing, 32H, Black
Rear HubFormula, Sealed Bearing, 32H, Black
Quick ReleaseFormula
SpokesDT Swiss, Competition, Silver
NipplesDT Swiss, Brass, Silver
RimsStans No Tubes, Arch 29er, 32H, Black

* Specification subject to change without notice

Geometry & Fit

Geometry Line Drawing

Geometry With 100mm Fork

Switch to mm Switch to inches Small Medium Large X-Large  
Recommended Rider Height 5'5" - 5'9" 5'8" - 6'0" 5'11" - 6-3" 6'2" - UP  
A.Top Tube Effective 22.8 " 23.6 " 24.4 " 25.0 "  
B.Seat Tube Length 16.0 " 18.0 " 20.0 " 22.0 "  
C.Head Tube Angle 71° 71° 71° 71°  
D.Seat Tube Angle 73° 73° 73° 73°  
E.BB Drop 2.4 " 2.4 " 2.4 " 2.4 "  
F.Chainstay Length 17.7 " 17.7 " 17.7 " 17.7 "  
G.Head Tube Length 3.7 " 3.9 " 4.3 " 4.7 "  
H.Fork Length 19.0 " 19.0 " 19.0 " 19.0 "  
J.Fork Offset 1.8 " 1.8 " 1.8 " 1.8 "  
K.Wheel Base 42.4 " 43.2 " 44.0 " 44.6 "  
M.Stack 23.7 " 23.9 " 24.3 " 24.6 "  
N.Reach 15.6 " 16.3 " 17.0 " 17.5 "  
P.Stand Over 29.0 " 30.4 " 31.9 " 33.4 "  
Switch to mm Switch to inches Small Medium Large X-Large  
Recommended Rider Height 165cm - 175cm 173cm - 183cm 180cm - 191cm 188cm - UP  
A.Top Tube Effective 580 mm 600 mm 620 mm 635 mm  
B.Seat Tube Length 406.4 mm 457.2 mm 508.0 mm 558.8 mm  
C.Head Tube Angle 71° 71° 71° 71°  
D.Seat Tube Angle 73° 73° 73° 73°  
E.BB Drop 60 mm 60 mm 60 mm 60 mm  
F.Chainstay Length 450 mm 450 mm 450 mm 450 mm  
G.Head Tube Length 95 mm 100 mm 110 mm 120 mm  
H.Fork Length 483 mm 483 mm 483 mm 483 mm  
J.Fork Offset 45 mm 45 mm 45 mm 45 mm  
K.Wheel Base 1076.2 mm 1096.3 mm 1116.7 mm 1132.1 mm  
M.Stack 602.2 mm 606.9 mm 616.3 mm 625.8 mm  
N.Reach 395.9 mm 414.5 mm 431.6 mm 443.7 mm  
P.Stand Over 736.1 mm 773.2 mm 811.1 mm 849.6 mm  

Fork is not included.
Measurements listed are based on:
* an average 100mm fork at 20% sag.
* a 29 x 2.25" tire measuring 740mm in diameter.
* standover (P) measured vertically to top of toptube from a position 50mm forward of BB center.

Geometry With 80mm Fork

Switch to mm Switch to inches Small Medium Large X-Large  
Recommended Rider Height 5'5" - 5'9" 5'8" - 6'0" 5'11" - 6-3" 6'2" - UP  
A.Top Tube Effective 22.7 " 23.5 " 24.3 " 24.9 "  
B.Seat Tube Length 16.0 " 18.0 " 20.0 " 22.0 "  
C.Head Tube Angle 71.7° 71.7° 71.7° 71.7°  
D.Seat Tube Angle 73.7° 73.7° 73.7° 73.7°  
E.BB Drop 2.6 " 2.6 " 2.6 " 2.6 "  
F.Chainstay Length 17.7 " 17.7 " 17.7 " 17.7 "  
G.Head Tube Length 3.7 " 3.9 " 4.3 " 4.7 "  
H.Fork Length 18.4 " 18.4 " 18.4 " 18.4 "  
J.Fork Offset 1.8 " 1.8 " 1.8 " 1.8 "  
K.Wheel Base 42.2 " 43.0 " 43.8 " 44.4 "  
M.Stack 23.51 " 23.69 " 24.05 " 24.42 "  
N.Reach 15.88 " 16.62 " 17.30 " 17.78 "  
P.Stand Over 28.85 " 30.30 " 31.79 " 33.26 "  
Switch to mm Switch to inches Small Medium Large X-Large  
Recommended Rider Height 165cm - 175cm 173cm - 183cm 180cm - 191cm 188cm - UP  
A.Top Tube Effective 577.7 mm 597.6 mm 617.6 mm 632.6 mm  
B.Seat Tube Length 406.4 mm 457.2 mm 508.0 mm 558.8 mm  
C.Head Tube Angle 71.7° 71.7° 71.7° 71.7°  
D.Seat Tube Angle 73.7° 73.7° 73.7° 73.7°  
E.BB Drop 66 mm 66 mm 66 mm 66 mm  
F.Chainstay Length 450.0 mm 450.0 mm 450.0 mm 450.0 mm  
G.Head Tube Length 95 mm 100 mm 110 mm 120 mm  
H.Fork Length 468 mm 468 mm 468 mm 468 mm  
J.Fork Offset 45 mm 45 mm 45 mm 45 mm  
K.Wheel Base 1071.6 mm 1091.7 mm 1112.0 mm 1127.3 mm  
M.Stack 597.1 mm 601.6 mm 610.9 mm 620.2 mm  
N.Reach 403.4 mm 422.1 mm 439.3 mm 451.5 mm  
P.Stand Over 732.7 mm 769.7 mm 807.4 mm 844.7 mm  

Fork is not included.
Measurements listed are based on:
* a Salsa CroMoto Grande fork which is equivalent to an average 80mm fork at 20% sag.
* a 29 x 2.25" tire measuring 740mm in diameter.
* standover (P) measured vertically to top of toptube from a position 50mm forward of BB center.

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Setup

The best way to determine your proper frame size is to visit your local bicycle dealer. The fit chart below is a simple starting point, but the enormous variation in human body dimensions make it impossible to guarantee this fit chart will work precisely for you. We strongly suggest you consult your local bike shop in this matter. They will help you make a wise purchase.

Frame Tech

  • El Mariachi - Workhorse Geometry
    Proven Salsa 29'er hardtail geometry. Stable and balanced handling. Day-in, day-out reliable performance
  • 3/2.5 Seamless Titanium Tubeset
    Custom-spec'd tube sizes, diameters, and wall thicknesses. Appropriate stiffness where needed and compliance where needed result in fantastic ride quality. Light weight. Superior fatigue life
  • Front Suspension Compatible
    Suspension-corrected frame design compatible with 80-100mm travel suspension fork or rigid suspension-corrected 29'er fork
  • ZS44 Semi-Integrated Headset Standard
    Compatible with tapered or straight 1-1/8" steerer forks
  • Biaxially Ovalized Downtube
    Stiffens bottom bracket for improved power transfer while improving ride quality and steering control
  • Appropriate Seat Tube Diameter
    Allows use of a 27.2mm diameter seatpost for improved rider comfort. 27.2mm seatpost size commonly available should the unexpected happen
  • Custom-Designed Wright-Style Dropouts
    Strong, light weight, and minimal
  • Any Mountain Crankset Compatible
    Accepts 10-speed Double and 9/10-speed Triple MTB cranksets without sacrificing tire clearance
  • Waterbottle Bosses
    Frame accepts 2 waterbottle cages. TIG-welded in for durability
  • Generous Tire Clearance
    Fits 29 x 2.3" tire w/ ample mud clearance
Wheelsize 29"
Tire Clearance Clearance for up to 29 x 2.3" (622 x 58mm) tire
Fork Compatible with 80-100mm travel 29'er suspension fork
Headset - Upper 1-1/8" Zero Stack (ZS44/28.6)
Headset - Lower For Tapered: 44mm External Cup (EC44/40) For Straight: Zero Stack (ZS44/30)
Seatpost 27.2mm
Seat Collar 35.0mm. Salsa Lip-Lock (Pewter color) included
Front Derailleur 34.9mm, Low Clamp, Bottom Pull
Bottom Bracket 73mm English
Crankset Fits any mountain double or triple
Rear Brake 51mm I.S., maximum rotor size 185mm
Rear Spacing 135mm x 10mm QR
Bottle Mounts 2 per frame
Derailleur Hanger Part number FS2310
Cable Routing Continuous brake housing, under toptube. Under downtube derailleur
Frame Weight S (3.69 lbs/1674g), M (3.81 lbs/1728g), L (4.19 lbs/1901g), XL (TBA)
Color Industrial mill finish w/ etched graphics